by Eva Van KrugelSometimes it just takes one sentence, heard at the right time, to change how we lead and how we live. “Don’t let anything get in your way,” he said. Seven weeks ago, I had treatment for a long-term back injury, thanks to the ingenuity of Dr. Paul Winston and his incredible team. I’m very lucky. […]
by Eva Van KrugelWhen your body whispers “please don’t” and your brain insists “but we must!”—do you press on, or pause? Pushing isn’t necessarily discipline, as I posted earlier this week in a humbling, personal share. Especially if your body’s in discomfort and your brain is running on fear. That could be disconnection pretending to be productivity. Been […]
by Eva Van KrugelA personal reminder that rest isn’t weak — it’s wise. This past weekend, I was humbled—big time. I coach others through all kinds of growth and transformation. I tend to attract bold, purpose-driven humans—folks who won’t compromise on meaning, contribution, or alignment within themselves or the world around them. And yet, there I was: in […]
by Eva Van KrugelFrom dancers to painters, public servants to writers, leaders to entrepreneurs, marketers to therapists—I wholeheartedly believe age doesn’t have to be a barrier to purpose, growth, and contribution that aligns. My dad, nearing 80, still plays in bands. My stepmother just finished her latest book. My late grandmother closed real estate deals well into her […]
by Eva Van KrugelSo many of us look outward—seeking validation, striving to contribute, giving endlessly. It’s natural. We want to belong, to make an impact. But in that pursuit, we often neglect the most important relationship: the one with ourselves. I see it all the time—leaders, business owners, and high achievers pushing so hard they become depleted, even […]
by Eva Van KrugelCrying at work happens. I’ve been there in my first career, and thankfully, I’ve had peers and leaders who made space for it without shame. Often, the tears came from frustration, stress, or overwhelm. In the past, I’d leave work, embarrassed. Now, I see tears as information that can sometimes lead to new awareness and […]
by Eva Van KrugelWhen we’re overwhelmed, it’s hard to know where to begin. Sometimes our brains feel gauzy, emotions run, behaviors slip. These can affect relational dynamics, communication, creative and strategic thinking and more. I’ve noticed a theme with people I know and partner who enter overwhelm and default to overdrive with the belief pushing harder to get […]
by Eva Van KrugelLeadership isn’t just about getting things done—it’s about how you do it. The upgraded Positive Intelligence Program, shaped by feedback and insights from global users in recent years makes mental fitness practical, effective, and personal. Designed for busy schedules, this seven-week program offers tools to manage stress, boost creativity, and enhance team effectiveness. With engaging, […]
by Eva Van Krugel“I can’t think straight.” “I’m exhausted.” “Little things feel like big things.” “I’m impatient.” “I haven’t eaten all day.” “I’m not doing anything well.” “Sometimes I think I should walk away and open a coffee shop.” Leaders of all levels I’m working with are sharing moments as these, vibrating in overwhelm at times. No surprise. […]
by Eva Van KrugelI believe we all come with a story that shapes who we become in the world, consciously or unconsciously. We never know what brought someone to this day, the trials and triumphs, and for so many, trauma. We have tendencies to judge and react to others when they get avoidant, controlling, emotive, or otherwise. What […]